Brook Acre Community Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 151050 Inspection date 17/02/2011 Inspector Alison Large

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 1982. She lives with her husband and one adult daughter in a house in the Rownhams area of Southampton. All areas of the ground floor are used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time. She is currently caring for three children in the early years age group. The family have three cats. The childminder attends a variety of groups on a regular basis and is a member of the National Childminding Association. She has completed a quality assurance programme 'Quality First'.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has an excellent understanding of child development and provides a caring environment for children where they can be happy and secure. Children relish their time with the childminder. They are welcomed into a warm, friendly home where they are valued and included to ensure none are disadvantaged. The childminder is committed to continual improvement in the setting and providing outstanding care. This means children enjoy a great experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage and make excellent progress.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 further enhance practice by developing an understanding of how to identify and respond to particular difficulties in children's speech and language development

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the early years provision

The childminder is extremely proactive in keeping her skills updated, which benefits the children she cares for. She ensures children are fully safeguarded, and always supervised by an appropriate adult. The childminder, her assistant and other household members are suitably vetted and the childminder is fully aware of her duty to protect the children in her care. She has an excellent knowledge of child protection issues and is fully aware of her role and responsibilities to protect children from harm. The childminder is dedicated to promoting children's welfare This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and supporting their learning and development. She is highly motivated and committed and continually strives to improve her practice. Thorough self evaluation systems are in place, which fully identify and deal with any areas for development. There is a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place

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the early years provision

to protect the children, and the childminder carries out thorough risk assessments throughout the home and for outings. The stimulating environment, the wide range of resources and activities provided for the children both inside the home and outside, motivates them to learn and make choices.

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the early years provision

Children flourish in the childminder's care. The childminder has a superb partnership with the parents, they all reported on the excellent care and attention she gives the children and how the children are always excited and eager to spend time with her. Parents receive thorough feedback about their children's routines and achievements at the end of the day. She has a parents notice board and shares a variety of information with them. This ensures children's experiences in the setting are enhanced and parents are involved in their child's learning. She also links with the pre-school one of the children attends to ensure continuity in the child's care and learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop warm and secure relationships with the childminder, who supports the children well and takes care of their individual needs. They benefit from her attentive and caring nature and her enthusiasm to promote learning through play. Children all make excellent progress in every area of learning. She demonstrates a secure understanding of how children learn, by providing a well organised and stimulating environment to support them in making their own choices inside and outside. Children take part in a wide range of activities outside the home, such as toddler groups, or trips to the farm or other places of interest, where they meet and interact with other children and adults of all ages. The learning environment is bright and well organised, allowing children to play freely. Regular observations and assesments are made by the childminder and used to ensure the children are consistently moving to the next steps in their learning and

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and outcomes for children

The childminder helps children to learn skills to prepare them for their later lives, such as sharing, taking turns and being polite and kind to each other. They enjoy the many activities provided, and talk excitedly to the childminder and each other when playing with the role play equipment or choosing a story. Children's safety is promoted very effectively and excellent systems are in place to ensure the home remains secure at all times. Children understand the need to keep safe as they regularly practise the emergency evacuation procedure, and talk about road safety. Children learn about keeping healthy as the childminder talks about why fruit is good for them at snack time and why they need to wash their hands before eating or after using the toilet. They access the outdoors in all weathers to have regular fresh air and exercise. They enjoy playing in the garden or visiting local parks or play areas.

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder is committed to providing the best quality care and education for all children. They take part in some planned activities and also have many opportunities to initiate there own play. The childminder has an excellent knowledge of each child and those who require additional support are well catered for and their progress is monitored effectively. Parents are kept fully informed about their child's learning and development via the verbal feedback given each day and the regular sharing of the child's Learning Journey. The childminder has identified that training in helping children with speech and language difficulties, will further enhance her provision. The excellent relationships developed with the parents and other carers ensures all children succeed. Children's progress records also include many photographs of the children engaged in activities, and provides

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and outcomes for children

an excellent record for parents, and children are able to share with parents the exciting events they have participated in. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 1

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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